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11th March 1981


young3721

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Had an operating session today and took some pictures, I hope you like them. Cast your mind back 34 years, it seems like only yesterday!

 

On the basis I have still not mastered how to add captions against each picture, the following list of the pictures is in order:

  • 27041 arrives in early morning light at Ardlui with weedkilling train
  • 37264 arrives at Garelochead with 7B02, 0520 Mossend to Mallaig Junction
  • 7B02 again at Ardlui waiting time
  • 37027 arrives at Bridge of Orchy with 1B07, the sleeper service from London
  • 37085 at Mallaig Junction with 1T24, the first train of the day from Mallaig to Glasgow
  • 37190 departs Garelochead with 1B08, the 0806 Glasgow to Oban
  • 37191 approaches Bridge of Orchy with 8D10, the 0707 Mallaig Junction to Mossend
  • 7B02 passes 8D10 at Bridge of Orchy where the crews change
  • 37085 departs Fort William with 1T24
  • 1T24 threads its way through the outskirts of Fort William and approaches Mallaig Junction

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At my age, 1981 really does seem like yesterday sometimes!  All you need to do now is tweak the date on your camera! 

 

I particularly like the shot of 37191, where the back-scene makes an impressive picture.

 

Mike

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Thanks Mike

 

Good point on the dates, in pursuit of perfection I shall ensure future pictures are date free! The backscene is Cader Idris from ID Backscenes, embarrassing for a Scottish based layout that it is Welsh but it does a pretty effective job.

 

Finding a suitable backscene for Fort William and the surrounding area is now my biggest challenge. I spoke with ID Backscenes about a custom one for the area but they have no suitable pictures and appeared uninterested in seeking a solution. I am 500 miles from Lochaber which makes it a long trip to take my own pictures! Inspiration will no doubt be found from somewhere. Watch this space....

 

regards Rob

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